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This is an acrylic on canvas painting of the now permanently closed Pelligrini Restaurant on the Balmain foreshore in Sydney, Australia. This painting won the Highly Commended award in Bankstown Art Society's Annual Exhibition.
I have always been attracted to old, crumbling structures, as they remind me of humans and the time that is silently taking us all through the stages of life to our eventual end. Just like a child grows into a youth and then grows old, these decaying structures make me think that they would have been young and new once, desired and doted on. But their youth is over, they are old and waiting to die.
In this structure I was particularly attracted to the boarded up windows and the general derelict appearance of the building. It also reminded me of the ephemeral nature of man-made structures in contrast to the power and permanency of nature surrounding them. I wonder how long before this weakened, crumbling construction is completely swallowed by the sea.
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This painting of Bondi Beach explores the quiet rhythm that exists beneath one of Australia’s most iconic and energetic coastlines. Rather than focusing on the crowds usually associated with Bondi, I chose to depict a more contemplative moment—where the vastness of the ocean and the stillness between waves offer space for reflection.
The composition balances the built environment against the natural one: the tightly clustered homes and apartments rising along the headland contrast with the open shoreline and shifting water. This interplay reflects the coexistence of urban life and the restorative qualities of nature, a theme that continues to inspire my work. By isolating just a few figures on the sand, I highlight the personal, intimate ways people engage with the beach: walking, pausing, breathing and reconnecting with themselves.
The water, painted in layers of blues and greens, becomes the central voice in the scene. Its movement suggests both energy and calm, echoing the inner tides of emotion, memory and presence. The horizon line anchors the viewer, offering a sense of stability in a landscape that is constantly changing with the weather, the seasons, and the shifting light.
In this work, Bondi becomes more than a destination—it becomes a space for grounding, observation and quiet connection, reminding us that even familiar places hold moments of solitude and renewal when we choose to slow down and look closely.
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Inspired by the tranquil beauty of the Chinese Garden of Friendship in Sydney. I love this little cultivated oasis in the middle of the city where you can step inside and be transported from the chaos of the outside, to a peaceful, restive environment that promotes cleansing of the mind and soul.
I have tried to capture my experienced feelings of calm when visiting this little paradise. The painting invites the viewer to pause and linger on the many tiny details scattered all over the canvas and let the mind and body relax as the eye wanders and loses itself in the landscape.
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During a recent stroll on Sydney's Brighton Le Sands beach I took a few photos that have resulted in a set of 4 miniature paintings. This is one of them. I have primed the canvas with hand mixed gesso and was pleasantly surprised by the texture it added to the surface. Laboriously painted over many hours, this artwork contains numerous interesting details waiting to be discovered over a leisurely viewing. A magnifying glass may be needed to see the tiny figures in the composition. The painting continues on the sides. It is varnished for protection, signed at the back and will be ready to hang.
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During a recent stroll on Sydney's Brighton Le Sands beach I took a few photos that have resulted in a set of 4 miniature paintings. This is one of them. I have primed the canvas with hand mixed gesso and was pleasantly surprised by the texture it added to the surface. Laboriously painted over many hours, this artwork contains numerous interesting details waiting to be discovered over a leisurely viewing. A magnifying glass may be needed to see the tiny figures in the composition. The painting continues on the sides. It is varnished for protection, signed at the back and will be ready to hang.
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During a recent stroll on Sydney's Brighton Le Sands beach I took a few photos that have resulted in a set of 4 miniature paintings. This is one of them. I have primed the canvas with hand mixed gesso and was pleasantly surprised by the texture it added to the surface. Laboriously painted over many hours, this artwork contains numerous interesting details waiting to be discovered over a leisurely viewing. A magnifying glass may be needed to see the tiny figures in the composition. The painting continues on the sides. It is varnished for protection, signed at the back and will be ready to hang.
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During a recent stroll on the beach I was struck by the majesty of these rocks and the phrase, 'rocks have memory', suddenly came to mind. While it is meant to refer to geological memory, I wondered if it could also mean memory of human encounters stretching millions of years in the past. Imagine those silent sentinels bearing witness to secrets of men long gone. Of lovers, warriors and adventurers past, present and those in the making. If rocks could only talk, I'd be fascinated to know what stories they would tell.
This artwork is a part of a triptych which can be purchased on its own or paired with the others listed as well.
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During a recent stroll on the beach I was struck by the majesty of these rocks and the phrase, 'rocks have memory', suddenly came to mind. While it is meant to refer to geological memory, I wondered if it could also mean memory of human encounters stretching millions of years in the past. Imagine those silent sentinels bearing witness to secrets of men long gone. Of lovers, warriors and adventurers past, present and those in the making. If rocks could only talk, I'd be fascinated to know what stories they would tell.
This artwork is a part of a triptych which can be purchased on its own or paired with the others listed as well.
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During a recent stroll on the beach I was struck by the majesty of these rocks and the phrase, 'rocks have memory', suddenly came to mind. While it is meant to refer to geological memory, I wondered if it could also mean memory of human encounters stretching millions of years in the past. Imagine those silent sentinels bearing witness to secrets of men long gone. Of lovers, warriors and adventurers past, present and those in the making. If rocks could only talk, I'd be fascinated to know what stories they would tell.
This artwork is a part of a triptych which can be purchased on its own or paired with the others listed as well.
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During a recent stroll on Sydney's Brighton Le Sands beach I took a few photos that have resulted in a set of 4 miniature paintings. This is one of them. I have primed the canvas with hand mixed gesso and was pleasantly surprised by the texture it added to the surface. Laboriously painted over many hours, this artwork contains numerous interesting details waiting to be discovered over a leisurely viewing. A magnifying glass may be needed to see the tiny figures in the composition. The painting continues on the sides. It is varnished for protection, signed at the back and will be ready to hang.
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“Meroogal: A Timeless Heritage” is a visual narrative, telling the story of Meroogal - a heritage listed former residence and now house museum in Nowra, City of Shoalhaven, New South Wales. Loved and maintained by four generations of women from one local family, Meroogal has barely changed since it was built in the 1880s. It is not just a building, but a home filled with memories, history and significance The architectural features such as the verandas, intricate latticework and gabled roof evoke a sense of nostalgia, paying homage to the lives, resilience and nurturing spirit of the women who lived there. The painting underscores themes of heritage and continuity, indicating a place that has been cared for and cherished over generations. It creates an emotional connection to the past residents and preserves their memory through art.